HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Pole Star
- City
- Madhubani
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities
at Pole Star
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Pole Star in Madhubani, Bihar is accepting applications for a HOD Humanities. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Pole Star runs as a secondary campus in Madhubani, Bihar — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. About the role: the HOD Humanities is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.9 LPA – ₹24.0 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Pole Star receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Pole Star
Key facts about Pole Star
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Welcome to Pole Star, Madhubani an English medium day/boarding co-ed CBSE 10+2 school established by a registered socio cultural organization Vikas Bandhu, giving the true meaning of its name has been shining in the heart of Mithilanchal since last 17th years. It believes that learning is a joyful experience which should be based on moral, spiritual ethical and secular values derived from the glorious Indian culture and heritage. The ideals of the institution reflects harmonious blend of ancient and Modern Methodology and pedagogy.
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